2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC: real cost in California
See the GLC on Mercedes-Benz's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, 300 · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$52,400the advertised price
Drive away$58,784with fees and tax
Loan payment$917/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,569/moeverything, after resale
$58,784 to drive away + $77,135 to run it for 6 years − $22,986 back at resale = $112,933, or $1,569 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$58,784
Running it, 6 yrs+$77,135
Back at resale−$22,986
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$52,400Feesfreight $1,450 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,535Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$4,849Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$20,066Fuel13,500 mi a year at 27 MPG
+$19,784Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$12,237Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$12,224Maintenanceestimate
+$9,444Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,380Resale after 6 years44% of MSRP, you get this back
−$22,986True cost $112,933 ÷ 72 months$1,569 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySUV, Coupe
Seats5
Cargo21.9 cu ftbehind row 2
Engine and fuel
Engine255–483 hp premium gas or plug-in hybrid or electric, AWD
0–60 mph4.0–6.3 sMercedes-Benz's figures; others our estimate
Fuel economy22–27 MPG · 102 MPGeEPA combined
Range331 miabout 232 mi in winter
TowingNot published
Tires18" or 20"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
Warranty4 yrs
Resale at 6 years44% of MSRPthis model's own record
Every trim
All trims: 5 seats.| GLC 300 | $52,400 | $58,784 | $112,933 | ✓ $1,569/mo | 27 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — No |
| GLC 300 4MATIC AWD | $54,400 | $60,964 | $118,820 | $1,650/mo | 26 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| GLC 350e 4MATIC | $62,700 | $70,010 | $119,857 | $1,665/mo | 26 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| GLC 300 4MATIC AWD | $62,950 | $70,282 | $128,565 | $1,786/mo | 26 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| GLC 400 4MATIC Electric | $63,500 | $70,882 | $115,493 | $1,604/mo | 102 MPGe | — No | — No | ✓ Yes |
| AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ AWD | $69,900 | $77,857 | $140,212 | $1,947/mo | 22 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ AWD | $75,900 | $84,396 | $147,051 | $2,042/mo | 22 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
GLC 300
✓ $1,569/mo
True cost
GLC 300 4MATICAWD
$1,650/mo
True cost
GLC 350e 4MATIC
$1,665/mo
True cost
GLC 300 4MATICAWD
$1,786/mo
True cost
GLC 400 4MATIC Electric
$1,604/mo
True cost
AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+AWD
$1,947/mo
True cost
AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+AWD
$2,042/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
GLC 300$52,400
GLC 300 4MATIC AWD$54,400
GLC 350e 4MATIC$62,700
GLC 300 4MATIC AWD$62,950
GLC 400 4MATIC Electric$63,500
AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ AWD$69,900
AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ AWD$75,900
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ GLC 300 to GLC 300 4MATIC AWD
✓ from AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ AWD
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ Every trim
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
+ $450
+ $500
+ $450
Heated steering wheel
+ $450
+ $250
✓
+ $450
✓ from AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ AWD
Heated rear seats
+ $500
+ $6,800
+ $500
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Massaging seats
+ $100
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ GLC 300 to GLC 300 4MATIC AWD
+ $4,550
✓ from AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ AWD
Remote start
✓ GLC 300 to GLC 300 4MATIC AWD
✓ from AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ AWD
Power liftgate
✓ Every trim
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ Every trim
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
+ $675
✓ GLC 350e 4MATIC to GLC 400 4MATIC Electric
+ $675
✓ from AMG GLC 53 4MATIC+ AWD
Premium sound system
+ $1,850
+ $1,250
+ $910
+ $860
+ $3,900
+ $910
Head-up display
+ $3,750
+ $3,200
+ $2,700
+ $1,100
+ $3,900
+ $3,000
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ from GLC 300 4MATIC AWD
Tow hitch included
+ $600
+ $750
+ $600
Sunroof
✓ Every trim
Panoramic roof
✓ Every trim
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimRear cross-traffic alertLane centeringHands-free driving
Full standard equipment on the GLC 300 (76 items)
- 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine with mild hybrid drive
- Hybrid Integrated Starter-Generator
- Direct Injection and multispark ignition
- NANOSLIDE cylinder wall technology
- ECO Start/Stop system
- 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission
- 4-wheel multilink suspension
- Selective damping system
- Torque Vectoring Brake
- Electromechanical power steering
- 19-inch AMG 5-spoke wheels w/black accents
- Steering wheel in leather
- DISTRONIC adaptive cruise control
- PRE-SAFE Sound
- Active Brake Assist
- Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call Service
- Blind Spot Assist with Exit Warning Assist
- Rearview camera
- Surround View System
- PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist
- LED headlamps and taillamps
- Adaptive Highbeam Assist
- LED Daytime Running Lamps
- Adaptive braking technology
- Seat belt technology
- 7 air bags
- Front center air bag
- SmartKey with KEYLESS-START
- Digital Vehicle Key
- Antitheft alarm system
- GUARD 360° security system
- Aluminum and high-strength steel body structure
- Antilock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake Assist (BAS)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Rear-window wiper with auto-on in Reverse
- Power front seats with memory
- Heated front seats
- 40/20/40-split folding rear seats
- 1 year of Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras
- Added support and assistance from Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras
- Remote Start via Mercedes-Benz app
- Panorama roof
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- 64-color LED ambient lighting
- MB-Tex upholstery
- Power-folding side mirrors
- Versatile cargo area
- Power liftgate
- Illuminated entry system with logo projectors
- Remote opening and closing of windows and sunroof
- Retractable luggage cover
- Garage door opener
- Extendable front sun visors
- Brake HOLD feature
- 3rd Generation Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX)
- MBUX profiles, routines and templates
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- 11.9-inch touchscreen central multimedia display
- Zero-layer menu concept
- Steering wheel with Touch Control Buttons
- Biometric authentication
- Voice Control with Natural Language Understanding
- "Hey, Mercedes" keyword activation
- Over-the-air software updates
- Wireless Apple CarPlay
- Wireless Android Auto
- FrontBass system
- Front-cabin wireless charging
- SiriusXM with 360L trial subscription
- HD Radio receiver
- Bluetooth audio streaming
- Hands-free Bluetooth interface
- USB-C charging ports
Recalls
4 NHTSA recalls for 2025 to 2027 GLC models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Electrical system2025, 2026 · 144,049 vehicles
The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.Recall 26V281000 at NHTSA ↗Seat belts2026 · 20 vehicles
The center rear seat belts may have been installed without the child seat protection function and fail to lock a child restraint properly.Recall 26V172000 at NHTSA ↗Steering2025, 2026 · 3,749 vehicles
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.Recall 25V533000 at NHTSA ↗Structure2025 · 92,851 vehicles
In certain crash scenarios, where the rear occupant's head contacts the C-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact.Recall 25V379000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 GLC in California?
- $58,784 to drive away for the GLC 300, from a $52,400 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $917 loan payment, about $1,649 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,569 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
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US prices in US dollars from Mercedes-Benz's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.